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The regiment which he now .heads is located in Windsor and Leamington and the 2nd battal- jlon at Chatham and Wallace- Iburg. He has been a lieutenant- colonel of the regiment since December. 1956. ,' Col. Tilston is 56 years of age. He won the British Com- monwealth‘s highest award for 'valor. the Victoria Cross. in , Canadian army headquarters. Ottawa, has announced that ‘Fred Tilston, V.C., Wellington Street West, Aurora. president of the Sterling Drug Limited. ‘has been named honorary col- onel of the Essex and Kent Scottish Reglm nt. He succeeds Col. Alan C. ince, V.C., who 'held the post tram 1930 until his death last summer. Head of Sterling Named Hon. Col. of Regiment The public meeting was cali- ed so that the board could hear opinions from those opposed as well as those in favor of this ad- dition to the curriculum, which has been under consideration ii'ith'evfibafd for about eleven months. (In Our Trading Area) 12 THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontgflo, Thursday, March 14, 1963 FREE DELIVERY Decision On Oral French Promised Soon, Vaughan Solid Type from $10.45 Louvred Type from $16.00 Chairman Kaiser pres- ented a brief in which he reviewed the petitions and investigations of the board into the feasibility of teach- ing Oral French in Vaugh- an. I! introduced. the sub- .iect would be confined to grade 5 {or the first year and require two teachers to provide three 25-minute periods a week for all grade livers in the township. This is estimated to cost $13,600. An early decision on whether Oral French will be started in the public schools of Vaughan Town- ship this September was promised by Sam Kaiser, chairman of Vaughan Township School Area Board at a public meeting Thursday evening. He said the subject was scheduled for discussion at this Thursday’s regular board meeting and a decision should be reached within two weeks. 9020 Yonge St. THORNHILI. Bifolding Doors GOOD ONE SIDE 4’ x 8’ SHEETS 10 SHEETS OR MORE FIR PLYWOOD V4” - $3.68 V3” - $6.40 3/4” v $8.96 Add 15c for Less Than 10 Sheets LOUGHLIN LUMBER LOUGHLIN LUMBER Stretch your Living Space NISH .,YOUR,.‘BRS the Hochwald Forest in Germ- any. in March 1945. As a com- pany commander of the Essex Scottish he was wounded three times but “displayed outstand- ing leadership and gallantry" and kept on the attack. Last summer he attended a reunion in London, England. of holders of the Victoria Cross and the George Cross, and was a guest of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip at a Buckingham Palace reception. The Tllstons have one son, Michael, 3 student at Regiopolis College, Kingston. The colonel graduated from Ontario College of Pharmacy in 1929. and represented Sterling in many sales capacities before moving up to the presidency. The second year. grade 6 would be included in the pro~ ‘grnm, requiring four teachers. at a cost of $25,800. The pro- ‘gram would be extended to ‘grade 'I the third year. requiring six teachers, and would cost $38,600, and in the fourth year grade 8 would be included Eight teachers would be needed with an estimated total cost of $51,700. These figures include salaries and travelling expenses. The meeting was then opened for questions from the large audience which filled the audi- torlum of Maple Community Hall. Walter Griffith of Klein- burg asked how much 01‘ an increase in the levy on tax- payers these amounts would PHONE AV. 5-1109 MODELS 0N DISPLAY AT 9020 YONGE STREET - AV. 7541 WOODBINE AVE. - AX. AS LOW AS $299.00 MON .-THURS. 8 A.M. - 6 RM. FRI., 8 A.M. - 9 RM. SAT., 8 AM. - 4 RM. 2x4 Studs 8’ 59c ea Ceiling Tile Two-Coat White 12”x12” $6.40 Carton 10c each LUMBER 1 x 2 strap’g. 2c ft. 1x3 strap’g. 3c ft. 2x4 Studs 7’ 49c ea 20 Sheets or More $2.99 Mahog. Plywood There was a first place tie between Mrs. E. Redelmeier in the judges’ decision, with S. Casement being awarded third place and Doug Boyd fourth. and cake Lesser Quantities Add 20c Sheet ' Before the slides were shown Mr. Large showed some acces- sories which can be used to im- prove pictures, about which more information will be avail: able later. The slides were shown by Mr. Lambert with a running com- mentary by Mr. Large. Every- one was delighted with the beauty and colour of the slides. which should prompt even greater participation in this year’s competition. In presenting his report, Jack Large. convenor of the photo contest, said there had been more entrants this year (12) than ever before. More slides had also been received. He further stated that though the quality varied, the average was of a high grade. Main criticisms by the judges were: poor focus. over and under exposure. and tilted hori- zons, plus the failure of some contestants to read the rules carefully. The judges were Mrs. Janet Goodman, Mrs. Roger Ros'siter, members of the Tor- onto Guild of Color Photogra- Phy- VHorticulturists Tree Planting Richmond Hill Horticultural Society featured a showing of the slides entered in the annual color photography contest at their meeting on February 28. President Spence Urquhart. an- nounced that further flower ar- ranging classes are being plan- ned. Anyone interested should contact him or the secretary. Miss Gladys McLatchy. The civic improvement com- mittee reported that this year tree planting will be featured in conjunction with other local groups, in addition to the regu- lar plantings of bulbs and an- nuals. Mr. Terry Goodwin of Thorn- hill, a former trustee, mention- Trustee Jolliffe estimated the cost in the first year would be about half a mill. one mill in the second year. and one and a half mills in the third year. mean. Business Administ- rator N. C. Jackman report- ed that at present in Vaugh- an a mill raises $25,000 in taxes, so that the final fig- ure would require approx- imately two mills. Chair- man Kaiser, replying to the same question said it would represent an increase of about 10% in taxes for pub- lic school purposes. Trustee Lorne Wells pointed out that all the cost for Oral French would have to be borne by the ratepayers. as the De- partment of Education does not pay a grant on this subject. since it is not a requirement of the curriculum. All present‘ enjoyed coffee STORE HOURS 79 ‘uvu AV. 5-1109 AX. 1-1971 Grooved .0“-.. .0. -< r-- centage of product to establish price on the commodity." Mr. McCague strongly advo- cated that farmers should band together for collective action where marketing of their pro- duce is concerned. “In Ontario today. the influence of the far- mer and of agriculture is shrinking." he said. As an example he pointed out that the province is con.- sidering redistribution of the Toronto and York ridings to give greater representation to the urban areas. He indicated that in our present society. ‘the rug- ged individualist can at- ford to be that way only because of the umbrella of protection provided thro- ugh co-operatives, mark- eting boards and broadly based open markets. “Because of some special consideration, the individual may have misled himself’into believing that through his own peculiar ability he has gained advantage. while in fact he is trading on the results brought about by the collective action of his neighbours." he said. He believes that in the long range the producer can attain his strongest bargaining position by supporting his co-operative, marketing board or the open market. whichever of these is available to him. The greatest percentage of a commodity sold through these various methods will bring out the greatest buying support in open competition. ing the best return to grower. the thus realiz-‘ l l The producer is naturally concerned about increasing his net income. and to many it would seem that the best way to do this is to increase produce tion. Mr. ' McCague, however. pointed out that there are a number of other methods of major importance which will leave the farmer with more money in his pocket. Some of these means he listed: (1), rais- ing prices; (2). establishing terms and conditions of sale that provide for: (a) fair and equitable handling and service charges and pre- miums; (b) eliminating un- ethical practices (secret re- bates, kick-backs, etc.; (c) pay- ments on due dates; (3) remo~ val of small surplus that would otherwise destroy the price structure for the entire pro- duction (stabilization. two-price systems, etc.); (4) Effective price establishment â€"â€" putting the product in the “open” to best encourage true competiw tion; (5) Elimination of discri- minatory practices in all seg- ments of the industry; (6) Ex- panding the market, quality promotion, developing exports, tariff arrangements; (7) Provi- ding a variety of special ser- vices (distribution of deficiency; payments. etc. ie. milk. tobac-E col. ‘ YORK V SEED FA|R& NEWMARKET Early in his career, Mr. McCague was agricultural representative for Huron County. Since that time he has held responsible positions in the business world; he famed for 20 years; and prior to his present posi- tion was vice-president of the provincial co-operative. “What is the Best Way to Market?" was the question the speaker put to his audience as he began his address. He answered the query by saying: “The ‘best’ way to market is by using the method which will make ethical conditions of sale effective. and allow the greatest development of competitive forces on a large enough per- centage of product to establish price on the commodity.” eting legislation in Ontario greatly exceeds all other Canadian .provinces. .“In Canada. the total value of goods sold through boards is approximately $370 mil- lion, of which about $325 million is sold through pro- duce boards in Ontario," he said. The producer is naturally concerned about increasing his By the same token. a greater portion of a commodity byâ€"pas- sing the real market place means a drop in buying sup- port, less competition. and fin- ally a weaker market. In this regard, the speaker cited a case where the price of eggs fluctuated as much as .50c a dozen in a day because a prod- ucer had dumped two or three hundred cases on the market. As an example he pointed out that the province is con- sidering redistribution of the Toronto and York ridings to give greater representation to the urban areas. Mr. McCague strongly advo- cated that farmers should band together for collective action where marketing of their pro- duce is concerned. “In Ontario today, the influence of the far- mer and of agriculture 15 shrinking." he said Warren Baille, who has been a member of the board fer only a week. recalled comments made by S. G. Chapman. Sup- erintendent of York Central District High Schools. whom he felt was an authority. He quot- ed Mr. Chapman as saying that it is important to integrate a grade 8 program with the high school French program, which cannot be done until 1966 or 1967. Little advantage could be obtained from starting a pro- gram in grade 8, and other sub- jects might suffer. A Mr. Jefferys asked if the board had other planned pro- jects where the money might be spent, and Mr. Bailie mentioned decent wells at Elders Mills. Edgeley and Patterson Schools. Mr. M. D. Armstrong. elected to the board in December, and who rESigned as trustee before the inaugural meeting. describ- ed Oral French as a form of en- _ Superintendent J. A. Gibson. speaking further on the same question. said that since em- phasis will be placed on the spoken language. under certain conditions it may be lost in later years. "It has its advan- tages and disadvantages, espec- ially in regard to costs. But whether it should be taught is for the board to decide." Trustee Wells stated the board did have a program. "We intend to do things for the bene- fit of the whole area." ' Lions Hear Geo. McCague ed that since the school year did not coincide with the tax or calendar year. that until 1964 the amounts would be somewhat less than the figures quoted. He indicated that in our present society. ‘the rug- ged individualist can af- ford to be that way only because of the umbrella of protection provided thro- ugh co-operatives, mark~ etiug boards and broadly based open markets. According to Mr. McCa- xue, development of mark- Mr. George McCagu'e, chairman of the Farm Products Marketing Board, was guest speaker when the Victoria Square and District Lions met last week at the community centre. Mr. McCague was introduced by Lion Frank Gee as a former local boy who received his early educa- tion at ‘the little white schoolhouse on the 3rd con- cession of Markham,’ and Richmond Hill High School, before going on to take a degree at O.A.C., Guelph. Trustee R. Jolliffe enum- erated advantages of teach- ing of Oral French in public schools. answer- ing a question by Robert Bright of Concord. He said that no education is lost on anyone; the teaching of a second language‘ will un- questionably benefit the first language. “It’s very hard to estimate the prac- tical value through a life- time," he continued. “but there is no doubt in my mind that it will benefit the pupil in high school work.” Marketing Services Aid Farmer Trustee Dorothy Robertson. replying to a question from Mrs. Retford about the children go- ing into a high school course which does not require French and who do not wish to take French. said this is one of the problems the board faces. “Just howmany pupils are going to benefit." she asked. “In some areas French is available only to the top level of pupils." Howard Blair of Nashville asked from what other subjects the 75-minutes per week would be taken. and Inspector Mac- Donald replied that it would vary from classroom to class- room. Mrs. Joy Thompson of Maple asked if the ratepayers were consulted when art and music supervisors were added to the staff of the area? The answer was that art and music are on the curriculum but French is not.The decisiOn is made by the department All we do is to see that they are run as successful- “We are sending pupils into ft‘ different courses in high school 1‘ and larger numbers are choos- I lng the vocational courses, so w] that I would like to see home Y" economics and manual training 1" in our schools to provide a basis if for the hand work which is very important. 53 . Inspector D. R. MacDonald *replied. “We need enrichment of various types. Personally I would prefer other things." He mentioned specifically a better reading program. which would need a lot of materials. and a consultant would prove bene- ficial. Another need was much better libraries. He quoted Win- ston Churchill as saying. “I'm glad I was not bright enough to study Latin. because then I studiEd English." richment and asked for the in- spector's views on the subject. eting legislation in Ontario greatly exceeds all other Canadian .provinces. .“In Canada, the total value of goods sold through boards is approximately $370 mil- lion, of which about $325 million is sold through pro- duce boards in Ontario," he said. Superintendent Gibson pointed out that the am- ount of debenture on an eight-room school amounts to about $7,000 a year. Ap- proximately seven schools of this size could be car- ried for the amount that Oral French will cost by its fourth year. SEED FA|R&HAY SHOW NEWMARKET LEGION HALL WED. MAR. 20 Judging at 10 a.m. SPEAKER D. L. PARKS DIRECTOR, SOILS & CROPS BRANCH ONTARIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Archie Cameron, Woodbridge, President. New YORK COUNTY “Tobacco is the most impor- tant cash crop in the province,” he said. The quantity is control- led, but not to such an extent that scarcity would increase price. Sometimes. however. hail and bad weather create a shortage, or a good season nets a surplus. The tobacco market takes approximately 175,000,000 lbs. 3 year. but for the past two years weather was good and the yield reached 200,000,000 lbs. As a result the price structure could not be maintained this year. Now the marketing board will attempt a price support system to provide a risk price or to offset losses. Mr. McCague was thanked by Lion Harvey Collard. The Ontario hog producers marketing plan went through difficult times a year or two ago," recalled Mr. McCague. “but today they have a revolu- tionary teletype system of sel- ling.” “Effective price establish- ment raises net income," he continued, and stated that mar- keting boards also improve the quality of a product. Helen Maude Sheppard, age 62, of Catering Road R.R. 1.? Sutton West, escaped injury when the pick-up truck she was driving north bound on Don Mills Road struck an ice patch on the road and overturned near Victoria Square The mis- hap took place at 4.30 pm. Sun- day last. Markham police esti- mated that damage to the truck would run about $100. The Farm Products Market ing Act is designed to assist producers in providing a pro- gramme that will, in terms of the act, “be conducive to the more effective production and marketing of the farm product." This can only be interpreted to mean that it will raise the net income of the producer. GEORGINA ISLAND : Popular Indian Chief Lorenzo Big Ca- noe has retired as chief of the band of Objiways on this 15-} land. The new chief is Leslle‘ McCue. Chief Big Canoe will continue to operate his ferry service to the mainland, run the post office and raise beef cattle. what procedure would be taken when there were other grades Escapes Injury In Car Mishap Replying to an inquiry by Terry Gibson as to the results of an experiment in the City of Toronto with Oral French, Sup- erintendent Gibson said that re- sults seemed to be some what hazy but indicated no disting- uishable loss in other subjects. Inspector MacDonald stated that a recent report on this experi- ment did indicate that those students who had had French in public school had an initial advantage in grade 9. but that Toronto educators were not sure it did not disappear in that year. Mrs. Black of Jefferson asked ‘su frc l we exl ter inrl in the room with the grade re- ceiving instruction in French. Mr. MacDonald replied that the same procedure would be used AURORA : John Addison Lib- eral election posters were tak- en down in Aurora last week, when it was found they con- travened a town by-law passed after last June’s federal elec- tian, when the gusting of signs got “out 0f hand.” 1y as possible." Superintendent Gibson stated. idge, A. A. Wall Newmarket, Sec. Treas He explained the system thus “If Stouffville Co-op received 57 hogs today. they would report to the central marketing office and through the teletype, it would communicate with the 17 packing plants in Ontario. Buyers in their own offices can press a but- ton when a price they are prepared to pay is shown on the teletype. Prices come through on a des- cending scale: $29, $28.95. $28.90. eto.Whenasale is made, all other buyers know immediately through the tape also what price is paid. This is a great step forward in marketing. It is unique. and a product of electronics. Hall Open 1 pm IIIGA ‘ Walter Campbell of Langstaff ed t] [reported having been educated ing in Quebec. where French is part paye of the curriculum in the Eng- tent lush-speaking schools. "What the ;we learned in school wasn't deci worth that," he said, snapping cept his fingers. "I learned to speak one French in my 20's", he contin- app] ued. commenting on a previous of r remark that the earlier a sec- disc‘ ond language is begun the bet- gree ter. Applause and jeers follow- tors} ed these remarks. cm“ Vote ADDISON, Joh X .e..For Action Vote lIBERAI. . . . For Good Government FOR THIS llBERAL PLAN Another speaker asked “Is this a snob appeal effort?" and in spite of protests from many others in the audience, contin- ued. “With some parents it is. I speak only one language and have been in many countries When A Stable Liberal Government ls Formed And A Sound Economy ReStored. Members of the audience were given an opportunity to express their views on the mat- ter following the question per- iod as in other subjects. but where possible the grade receiving in- struction would be from the classroom Answering a third ques- tion posed by Mr. Goodwin. Mr. Jackman reported that government grantsare re- ceived only on the first $3,450 of any teacher's sa- lary. the balnnce being paid directly by the tax- payer. O The second priority is for sacial progress in such vital issues 13 NATIONAL MEDICAL INSURANCE, CONTRIBUTORY PENSIONs 1116 EDUCATION . . . These things will be done within four years. 0 When that is accomplished, there will be FREE DOCTOR CARE FOR ALL OVER 65 and for children . . . and there will be a system of PENSIONS which can be carried from job to job during the working years. fully protected then and through the years of retirement . . . Contribu- tions from individuals can increase the size of the pension. O The Canadian Liberal Party has SIX MAJOR GOALS and TWO PRIORITIES . . . The first priority is to re-establish a. sound economy. get the country’s finances in order again . . . work toward FULL EMPLOYMENT AND JOB SECURITY. and Portable Pensions be withdrawn “meme Members of the audience “th t0 questioned the purpose of the the mat' meeting. emphasizing that the “0" Per“ decision was for the board to make. Trustee Wells maintain- aangstaff ed that the board was only shar- educated ing a problem with the rate- =h is part payers. The board's only in- ‘he‘ Eng- tent he said. was to consult you. 'What the people, so we can reach a 1 was!“ decision which will prove ac- S‘YPPPIH‘E ceptable to the biggest number. glnaer’wd by 111th Xork Liberal Association) Medicl Care ‘where l have never had any trouble making myself under- stood. Our children need Eng- ’lish. I would rather see home feconomics and woodworking in our schools." Mr. Hunter from Powell Road reported a parent in Markham. where Oral French was intro- duced last year in School Area No. 1. had told him that her child. now in grade 9, had been told to forget the French she had learned in public school. Members of the audience ing. nor they us. Introductiono! Oral French in Vaughan might be one little wedge which would be an indication that we are willing to establish a common .meeting ground “To worry ab- out one extra penny is just crazy." she concluded. Mrs. McClure said she thought the idea impractical at this time. listing her reasons which included need for leguir- ing better skill in the basic lub- jects of English. mathemfitlcl and spelling. Ill Mrs. Janet Burton of Klein- burg reminded those present that Canada is in dire danger of O splitting because English-speak- decl ing Canadians will not try to stun understand the French-speak- tlnn where I have never had any trouble making myself under- stood. Our children need Eng- lish. I would rather see home economics and woodworking in our schools." One woman rose to voice her appreciation for the privilege of meeting with the board to discuss the subject. Applause greeted her reference to dicta- torship on the part of the town- ship council when the school area was formed. Other members of the board declined the Opportunity to state their stand on the quan- After a standing Indica- tion of the preference in the audience. which Chair- man Kaiser reported a: 50- 50. but which from the press table looked to have a slight margin for those opposed to starting lnstrue- tin in Oral French in Sen- tcmber 1963. the chairman reported that “Last year I was in favour of this 100%.. After hearin: the oplntonl of educationlsts In our area. especially in Etobicoke. I am very much confused right now. This board is not going to avoid the deolsloii on Oral French." be con- cluded.